Run the Platte Half / 10K / 5K

Sat, Oct 3, 2026, 8:00 AM CDT

Location: Springfield, NE; 1500 NE-31, 68059
Type: RUN

At a glance

Run along the MoPac Trail and Platte River, earn a custom medal, and celebrate with pumpkin pie, all while supporting Team RWB.

Fun
Competitive
Quirky
Festive
For a Cause

Great for: cause-driven runners, runners who like a competitive edge

Less ideal for: walkers-only pacing

Join fellow runners in Springfield, Nebraska, for the annual Run the Platte Half, 10K, and 5K. This event offers a welcoming atmosphere with a course that follows the MoPac Trail, crossing the Platte River for half marathoners. Enjoy professional timing and a custom finisher medal, plus a special treat of pumpkin pie at the finish line. Strollers and dogs are welcome, making it a friendly outing for many. A portion of the event supports Team Red, White & Blue.

What to expect

* Enjoy a course along the MoPac Trail, with half marathoners crossing the Platte River. * Receive a long-sleeved running shirt and a custom finisher medal. * Look forward to aid stations every two miles and a delicious pumpkin pie reward.

Standout details

Pumpkin pie for finishers
Stroller and dog-friendly course
Custom finisher medal
Long-sleeved running shirt

Perks & features

Awards
Medal
Swag Included

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Distances & registration

3 options

Registration for all distances is through the official signup link above.

5K
Sat, Oct 3, 8:15 AM CDT · From $34.92
Opens May 22, 2026, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes May 24, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
10K
Sat, Oct 3, 8:15 AM CDT · From $45.52
Opens May 22, 2026, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes May 24, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT
13.1 Miles
Sat, Oct 3, 8:00 AM CDT · From $52.94
Opens May 22, 2026, 2:00 AM CDT · Closes May 24, 2026, 7:59 PM CDT

Vibe Check

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The course

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Timed race

From the organizer

Join us in Springfield Nebraska on Saturday October 4th for the 3nd Annual Run the Platte Half, 10K, & 5K.

Registration

Includes: professional timing, long-sleeved running shirt, custom finisher medal, overall finisher awards, and PUMPKIN PIE!

**Shirts and sizes cannot be guaranteed for registrations after September 1st**

Race Day info

Half Start Time: 8:00AM 5K / 10K Start Time: 8:15AM Start/Finish Location: MoPac trailhead parking lot on the corner of NE-50 & NE-31 Arrival: Be at the starting line 10 minutes before your start time. Course

Both 10K & 5K courses are out and backs on the MoPac Trail. The Half Marathon course will follow the MoPac Trail and cross the Platte River and continue through the North Lake neighborhood. Aid Stations: approximately every 2 miles and will include water, Gatorade, snacks & band-aids Time Limit: 4 Hours (12:00pm cutoff) Half Marathon Map - Click Here 10K Map - Click Here 5K Map - Click Here Packet Pickup

Friday, October 2rd

3:00-6:00 PM

Peak Performance - Bellevue

3512 Samson Way Suite 212, Bellevue, NE 68123

Saturday, October 3th

Race Day Pickup 6:45am-7:45am

At start/finish location:

1500 NE-31 Springfield, NE 68059

Charity Partner

Team Red, White & Blue (Team RWB)

Additional Info

Strollers and Dogs are welcome on the course, please be mindful of other runners.

Refunds will not be issued

Inclement Weather - Race will be held rain or shine. Race may be canceled/postponed if conditions present potential danger to participants.

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